Crochet Sunflower Skirt

The Crochet Sunflower Skirt is a delightful and whimsical garment that brings a burst of sunshine to any outfit. Made with bright yellow yarn and intricate crochet stitches, this skirt features colorful sunflowers embroidered across the front, creating a playful and cheerful design. The flowy, tiered layers add a touch of elegance, while the soft yarn ensures a comfortable and breathable fit. Perfect for spring and summer outfits, this skirt is sure to brighten up your day and add a splash of color to your wardrobe.

Materials:

• Worsted weight yarn in the following colors: yellow, brown, green, beige, and gray
• Crochet hook size 4.0 mm (G-6)
• Yarn needle
• Scissors
• Ribbon for waistband (optional)

Abbreviations:

• ch: chain
• sc: single crochet
• hdc: half double crochet
• dc: double crochet
• sl st: slip stitch
• tr: treble crochet
• st: stitch

Instructions:

Sunflower Motif (make 5-7 depending on skirt size):

1. Center (Brown):
   • Round 1: Start with a magic ring. Ch 1, 12 sc in the ring. Pull the ring tight and join with a sl st. (12 sts)
   • Round 2: Ch 1, 2 sc in each st around. Join with a sl st. (24 sts)
   • Round 3: Ch 1, (sc in next st, 2 sc in next st) around. Join with a sl st. (36 sts)
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
2. Petals (Yellow):
   • Round 1: Join yellow yarn in any st. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in the same st, ch 1, skip 1 st, 2 dc in next st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 2: Sl st to ch-1 space, ch 3 (counts as dc), 4 dc in same space, sc in next ch-1 space, 5 dc in next ch-1 space around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 3: Ch 1, sc in same st, skip next 2 dc, 7 dc in next sc, skip next 2 dc, sc in next dc around. Join with a sl st to first sc.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.
3. Leaves (Green, make 2 for each sunflower):
   • Ch 10.
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook, hdc in next ch, dc in next ch, tr in next 3 ch, dc in next ch, hdc in next ch, sc in last ch. Ch 1, turn.
   • Row 2: Working on the opposite side of the foundation chain, sc in first st, hdc in next st, dc in next st, tr in next 3 sts, dc in next st, hdc in next st, sc in last st.
   • Fasten off and weave in ends.

Skirt Base:

1. Waistband (Gray):
   • Ch 150 (or as many chains needed to fit your waist comfortably).
   • Row 1: Sc in 2nd ch from hook and in each ch across. Turn.
   • Row 2-5: Ch 1, sc in each st across. Turn.
2. Skirt Body (Gray):
   • Round 1: Join yarn to the side of the waistband. Ch 2 (counts as hdc), hdc evenly around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-2.
   • Round 2-30 (or desired length): Ch 2, hdc in each st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-2.
3. Lace Hem (Beige):
   • Round 1: Join beige yarn at bottom edge of skirt. Ch 3 (counts as dc), dc in each st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 2: Ch 4 (counts as tr), 2 tr in same st, skip 2 sts, 3 tr in next st around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-4.
   • Round 3: Ch 3 (counts as dc), 3 dc in next space between tr clusters around. Join with a sl st to top of ch-3.
   • Round 4: Ch 1, sc in each st around. Join with a sl st to first sc. Fasten off and weave in ends.

Assembly:

1. Attach sunflowers and leaves to the skirt, positioning them evenly around the waistband.
2. Sew or hot glue the flowers and leaves in place securely.
3. Weave a ribbon through the waistband for an adjustable fit (optional).

Enjoy your beautifully crafted Crochet Sunflower Skirt!